China: Lijiang – Dali – Shangri – La – Jade Dragon Snow Mountain – Black Moon Valley – Tiger Leaping Gorge – Lijiang Impression Show Tickets

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1: HO CHI MINH CITY – LIJIANG (Dinner)

The Vietravel tour leader welcomes guests at the designated area at Tan Son Nhat Airport to board a charter flight to the beautiful city of Lejiang. Upon arrival, the group completes immigration procedures. Then, a local vehicle takes the group to a local restaurant for dinner. Afterward, the vehicle takes guests to a 4-star hotel, based on local standards, to check in.

Overnight stay in Lijiang.

DAY 2: LE GIANG – DALI (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)

After breakfast at the hotel and checking out of the room. The car will take you to Dali, a place inhabited by ethnic minorities in Yunnan, located between Mount Shuang and Erhai Lake. Dali is an ancient kingdom imbued with the Buddhist culture of China. It was once the political, cultural, and historical center of Yunnan Province from the 7th century. Visit the **outside of the Three Pagodas** - built during the Tang Dynasty, the tallest tower is 69 meters high, comprising 16 floors, this main pagoda is one of the most sacred places and a testament to the flourishing development of Buddhism during the Tang Dynasty. Admire Dali's Flower Sea with countless flower species competing to show off their colorful beauty. **Dali Ancient City** - one of the famous tourist destinations in Yunnan Province, China. It has historical sites, many old buildings, temples, and local crafts. Guests can admire thousands of years old architectural structures, buy souvenirs, learn about the history of the area and the local way of life. Once a glorious capital of Dali, it has a very advantageous location, backed by Mount Shuang, facing Erhai Lake (excluding electric vehicle fees).

After lunch, the car takes the group to visit the **Erhai Lake Ecological Belt (Corridor)** - an ecological corridor built to effectively reduce pollution in the lake, improve water quality, biodiversity, and ecological stability of Erhai Lake, therefore, it is considered a place to protect Erhai Lake. Guests can enjoy cycling or taking photos at coffee shops along the lake (bike and coffee costs are self-paid).

The group will continue to visit **Santorini Town** Dali is a resort built in the architectural style of Santorini, Greece, located near Erhai Lake, Dali City, Yunnan Province, China. This resort is nicknamed "Eastern Santorini" and is a famous tourist destination in Dali.

DAY 3: DAI LY - SHANGRILA (Three meals)

After breakfast at the hotel, the car will take you to Shangrila. You will visit the Tiger Leaping Gorge – this gorge, located 60km from the center of Lijiang, is considered one of the most dangerous in the world, attracting many adventurous tourists (including elevators). The group continues to visit the Songzanlin Monastery – this is the largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in the Yunnan region, built by the 5th Dalai Lama in 1679, currently housing over 700 monks. Visiting Songzanlin Monastery, you will admire the exquisite details of the massive Buddha statues, the colorful banners, and intricate carvings in the temples, reflecting the unique culture of the Tibetans.
In Shangrila, the group will visit the Dukezong Ancient City – a historic settlement of Tibetans. Here, you will admire hundreds of ancient Tibetan-style houses that have been preserved to this day, learning about the unique culture and daily life of the local people. After the tour, the group will have dinner and stay overnight in Shangrila.

DAY 4: SHANGRI LA - LIJIANG (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)

After breakfast at the hotel, check out. Guests will depart for Lijiang. The group will visit the Black Dragon Pool Park – where the ice-cold waters from the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain flow down to nurture the land of Lijiang. From the park, one can admire the magnificence of the millennia-old snow-capped mountains, bathed in the serene atmosphere of the tranquil lake. Visit the Lijiang Ancient City – the ancient city, constructed during the late Song Dynasty over 800 years ago, sits on the Yunnan Plateau. The houses here have a unique architectural style, combining Han, Bai, and Tibetan styles with the traditional architecture of the local Naxi people. Furthermore, Lijiang is a bustling commercial center along the legendary Tea Horse Road, where traders used, especially, Tibetan horses to exchange goods, primarily Chinese tea. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997, it is nicknamed the "Venice of the East"; the surrounding houses are graced by streams, willow trees along the banks, and small bridges, creating a picturesque and poetic scene. Guests are welcome to rent traditional costumes to take souvenir photos in the afternoon at the ancient city (at their own expense). Following the tour, the group will enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and then check into a 4-star hotel in Lijiang. Overnight stay in Lijiang.

DAY 5: LIJIANG (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)

After breakfast at the hotel, the Group will be taken on a sightseeing tour of Xueyun Long Mountain Scenic Area. Guests experience cable car travel to the Bang Xuyen – 4506m elevation, enjoying views of the majestic mountains in Yunnan province. Not only is it famous for its extensive snow-white scenery, but also for its magnificent views that will captivate visitors. The scenery changes with the seasons, creating a spectacular picture. (Applicable for groups starting in November). Guests will continue to visit Bai Shui River (Lam Nguyet Dam) - formed by the melting snow from Xueyun Long Mountain. Visit Cam Ha Ty Botanical Garden, Ngoc Thuy Trai – a place with beautiful scenery, traditions, and beliefs of the Na Xi people, learning about Dongba culture (including the electric train tickets). Here, guests will enjoy a special performance titled "Lijiang Impression" created by the renowned director Zhang Yimou. An outdoor musical performance, held above 3000m, with a backdrop of the sky and majestic Ngoc Long Mountain range.

Afterwards, the group will travel to Shuoha Ancient Town, also known as Long Tuyen Town. It is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Lijiang, Yunnan Province, China. It is known as "a village at the foot of the mountains" because of its location, backed by mountains and facing the river. Shuoha Ancient Town was established in the 13th century and has been well-preserved to this day. After dinner at a local restaurant, guests will return to the hotel for rest. Guests are free to explore the scenery of Lijiang at night. Stay overnight in Lijiang. In the evening, guests can register to participate in Zhang Yimou's artistic performance, called "Tong Cheng Tian Ancient Love" (cost self-funded).

DAY 6: LE GIANG - HO CHI MINH CITY (Breakfast)

After breakfast at the hotel and checking out. Then the vehicle and guide will take the group to the airport for the flight back to Ho Chi Minh City. Arriving at Tan Son Nhat Airport, the tour concludes. The tour leader will say goodbye and farewell to the guests.
Important Note:
Depending on the time of the tour, the scenery and flowers may be affected by external weather conditions and may not be as vibrant. This is unavoidable, so we ask for your understanding and sympathy. Thank you.
The order of the sightseeing locations may be changed depending on the situation at the time of departure, but the full rights and sightseeing locations in the program are guaranteed. The tour price applies at the time of booking.